"Seascape" by Atlantic Jazz Collective captures oceanic jazz magic with guests Norma Winstone & Joe LaBarbera--poetic, powerful, and timeless.

In their debut album, Seascape, the Atlantic Jazz Collective delivers a landmark performance, blending artistry, collaboration, and timeless modern jazz. Featuring Juno Award-winning members Mike Murley, Florian Hoefner, and Jim Vivian, alongside jazz legends Norma Winstone and Joe LaBarbera, the album channels the spirit of the ocean, embodying rhythm, power, and mystery.

Recorded in St. John's, Newfoundland, Seascape draws inspiration from the Atlantic coast, where the sea's presence is felt deeply in life and art. Beyond its geographical ties, the ocean reflects the music's essence: dynamic, unpredictable, and filled with possibilities. Hoefner's innovative piano work, Vivian's grounding bass-lines, and Murley's emotive saxophone converge with Winstone's poetic vocals and LaBarbera's rhythmic mastery to create a truly collective sound.

The repertoire features modern jazz originals, each imbued with Winstone's poignant lyrics, offering layers of storytelling and emotional depth. Her words breathe new life into compositions by Maria Schneider, Kenny Wheeler, John Taylor, and others, delivering a program that is fresh, varied, and deeply moving. From playful to introspective, the music reflects the improvisational risk and reward that defines great jazz.

Seascape also highlights the chemistry within the Atlantic Jazz Collective, forged through years of collaboration. Murley and Vivian's long-standing partnership complements Hoefner's artistry, while Winstone and LaBarbera's unparalleled contributions add depth and global scope to the project. Together, these artists achieve an extraordinary unity of vision and sound.

With its rich interplay, evocative themes, and remarkable performances, Seascape transcends borders, offering a profound listening experience. This debut not only celebrates the region's musical roots but also establishes the Atlantic Jazz Collective as a force in modern jazz.

Media

Alma Records · Atlantic Jazz Collective (feat. Norma Winstone and Joe LaBarbera)

Track Listing

Distant Star
Where Do We Go From Here
Turn Again
Always By Your Side
Trying To Recall
Running Through My Head
This Is New
Widow In The Window
Raffish

Additional Details

Label: Alma Records

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 53:06 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 05/02/25

UPC: 880504502527

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